Childcare

HOW TO CHECK NANNY REFERENCES AND POLICE RECORDS WHEN INDEPENDENTLY SEARCHING FOR SUITABLE CHILDCARE

The London Mums’ team of mums often receive questions on how to check nanny references and police records when independently searching for a nanny in London. Question 1: If I independently search (online, Gumtree, etc) for a nanny what do I need to look for in an interview? Answer: First and foremost, you need to see whether you click with the nanny, do you like them, do you feel…
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'BILINGUAL FOR FUN' by Letizia

If bilingualism is really important to you, and you really want your child to speak his second language, you should worry about it now, and wait no further, for 5 very good reasons: 1. Once you have established a parent-child communication pattern it’s very difficult and painful to change it. Later you might realise you can’t face the difficulties of imposing this change to your…
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Fitness & Health

Are You fed up with using Calpol? Homeopathic remedies offer a non-toxic alternative! by Liselotte Rolander

Hi, I’m Liselotte Rolander and I’ve been a registered homeopath for the past 10 years. My decision to study homeopathy started 15 years ago after my first visit to a homeopath. I had had antibiotics for bronchitis 5 times in a year and things were not getting any better. I was prescribed some remedies , started feeling better almost immediately and have never had bronchitis since! I…
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Schooling

'School Admissions D-Day Approaches' by Matt Richards, Senior Partner at School Appeals Services

Almost 100,000 parents across the country will find out either on 1st March or soon after whether they have secured a place for their child in the school of their choice. In the London region, there are likely to be more upset and unhappy parents than most areas of the country, given the shortage of places for infant class children i.e. those joining the school at reception stage. Many London…
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Special Kids

'HOW TO HELP CHILDREN WITH DYSLEXIA' by Usha Patel of the Raviv Practice London

Parents with children suffering from dyslexia and other learning difficulties are right to be angry with MP Graham Stringer with his unqualified remarks about dyslexia and dismissing it as ‘cruel fiction which leads to crime’. Whilst it may be expedient to blame crime on dyslexia it does nothing to explain how this condition occurs in the first place. As a Raviv Practitioner, I work…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

The power of motherhood

I recently had a focus group with several London Mums about the pros and cons of motherhood. Specifically, we discussed how becoming a mother both boosts and challenges our lives. We wondered where mums get their physical and mental energy, their ability to multitask and motivation. We investigated the medical aspects of motherhood and we found out that it is now scientifically proven that…
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'STYLE TIPS FOR BUSY MUMS' BY FASHION CONSULTANT LISA TALBOT

‘STYLE TIPS FOR BUSY MUMS’ BY FASHION CONSULTANT LISA TALBOT I personally think mums are the most amazing women, does this sound like a typical day in your house?, I know it does mine! • Get the children up • Get the breakfast, feed the dog/cat! • Get the children ready for the day ahead, toddler group, pre-school, school • Do the school run • Go to work if you are a…
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NEW CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR MUMS FROM A DISTANCE

NEW CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR MUMS From A Distance www.fromadistance.org offers a choice of specially selected courses that you can study anywhere in the world, at your own time and at your own pace. You may wish to start a new business that fits around your family life, change careers or just study for personal pleasure. Many of our courses are accredited with a National Awarding body…
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GREAT FLEXIBLE JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR MUMS: Baby & Children’s Market Franchise opportunities in London

GREAT FLEXIBLE JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR MUMS: Baby & Children’s Market Franchise opportunities in London The Baby and Children’s market provide pre-loved baby and children’s goods markets across Berkshire. Each market also hosts a selection of local businesses aimed at the 0-5 age group. We have been operating for a year and have a number of markets across Berkshire and Hampshire. All our…
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Fitness & Health

YOGA AND DETOX by Tara Lee

Most of us overdo it at some point in the year whether it’s overeating, eating too much the ‘wrong’ foods, or having one drink too many. It is a good idea to detox and give your system a much -needed break. The best way to assist the cleansing process of the body is to eat certain foods, take supplements or herbs, exercise or practice Yoga. It is common for people to want to start their…
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